Great Opportunity for Advocates in Kerala!
The Income Tax Department, Kerala has officially opened the Special Public Prosecutor empanelment 2025. If you are a seasoned advocate with at least 7 years of experience in criminal law, this is your chance to represent the Government of India in economic offence trials.
The empanelment will allow selected professionals to serve in the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Court (Economic Offences), Ernakulam, for a tenure of 3 years.
📋 Job Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Special Public Prosecutor |
| Panel Name | Special Public Prosecutor empanelment 2025 |
| Department | Income Tax Department, Kerala |
| Location | ACJM Court (Economic Offences), Ernakulam, Kochi |
| Tenure | 3 years |
| Deadline to Apply | 27-May-2025 |
| Submission Mode | Offline – Post or Personal Delivery |
| Website for Downloads | incometaxindia.gov.in |
✅ Eligibility for Special Public Prosecutor Empanelment 2025
Candidates applying for Special Public Prosecutor empanelment 2025 must meet the following criteria:
- Be a qualified Advocate under Indian law.
- Have minimum 7 years of practice in criminal law.
- Experience in Direct Taxes prosecution is desirable but not mandatory.
👉 Complete terms and eligibility available in CBDT Instruction No. 2/2023.
🧑⚖️ Responsibilities
- Representing the Department in trial and session courts.
- Drafting legal documents such as complaints and revisions.
- Advising on prosecution strategy.
- Coordinating with tax officials and preparing witnesses.
- Submitting annual performance reports in Proforma P2.
💰 Remuneration & Fee Structure
| Activity | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Effective Hearing (Per Case) | ₹2,000 |
| Non-effective Hearing | ₹500 (Max 5 per case) |
| Drafting Complaints | ₹2,000 |
| Revisions / Replies | ₹1,000 |
| Conferences with Officers | ₹750 (Max 5 per case) |
| Clerkage | 10% of applicable fees |
| Outstation Daily Fee | ₹3,000 + TA/Hotel reimbursement |
📥 Application Process
- Download Proforma P1 from: incometaxindia.gov.in
- Fill and attach necessary documents.
- Submit to the address below by 27-May-2025:
To:
Joint Commissioner of Income Tax (Judicial)
8th Floor, Aaykar Bhavan,
Old Railway Station Road, Kochi – 682018
📞 For queries: 0484-2904527
📧 Email: kochi.dcit.tech@incometax.gov.in
⚠️ Key Guidelines
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Only complete applications in Proforma P1 format will be considered.
- Department reserves the right to cancel or modify the Special Public Prosecutor empanelment 2025 process.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for the panel?
📆 The deadline for Special Public Prosecutor empanelment 2025 is 27-May-2025.
Q2. Can applications be submitted online?
📮 No. Only offline submission via registered post or hand delivery is accepted.
Q3. Is tax law experience mandatory?
No, but it’s preferred. A criminal law background with 7+ years is required.
Q4. How long is the appointment term?
🕒 The term is 3 years from the date of empanelment.
Q5. Can I practice privately after appointment?
✅ Yes, but not in any case against the Income Tax Department.
🧾 Final Thoughts
If you’re a dedicated legal professional looking for a government-backed legal role, the Special Public Prosecutor empanelment 2025 with the Income Tax Department, Kerala, is an ideal fit.
Apply before 27-May-2025 and contribute to the administration of economic justice in India.
📜 Disclaimer
The information provided in this blog post is for general informational purposes only and is based on the official notice issued by the Income Tax Department, Kerala (F.No.Pr.CC-CHN/J/Apptt./Pros. Counsel/2025-26 dated 13-05-2025), and CBDT Instruction No. 2/2023 dated 30.11.2023. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information, users are advised to verify all details independently by visiting the official website www.incometaxindia.gov.in.
